Steam: the invisible driving force behind the beverage industry

In the beverage industry, steam plays a crucial role in producing a wide range of products, from soft drinks and fruit juices to distilled spirits and bottled water. While often working behind the scenes, steam is indispensable for ensuring product quality, efficiency, and compliance with stringent hygiene standards. Clayton offers innovative steam generators that perfectly meet the unique needs of this sector.

Why is steam important in the beverage industry?

The beverage industry is characterized by complex processes where precision and hygiene are key. Steam plays a versatile role and is used for:

Pasteurization: Ensuring food safety by eliminating harmful microorganisms without affecting the product’s taste or nutritional value.

Cleaning and sterilization: A clean production line is essential to prevent contamination. Steam provides a chemical-free, eco-friendly solution that ensures optimal hygiene.

Water heating: Accurate temperature control is crucial for mixing processes and production.

Process heat: Steam supports energy-intensive operations such as evaporation, extraction, and concentrate production.

Challenges in the beverage industry

Beverage production places high demands on both processes and equipment:

Hygiene and safety

Meeting strict international standards is essential. Inadequate sterilization can lead to contamination, affecting both product quality and safety.

Energy efficiency

Energy-intensive processes like pasteurization and sterilization require sustainable solutions to minimize the ecological footprint.

Flexibility

Beverage manufacturers must adapt to changing market demands, requiring steam solutions that are quickly and precisely adjustable.

Clayton steam generators: innovation for the beverage industry

Clayton understands the unique needs of the beverage industry and offers advanced steam solutions that help companies work more efficiently, safely, and sustainably.

High-quality steam on demand

With our “steam-on-demand” technology, you can instantly access the exact amount of steam required, minimizing downtime and saving energy. Additionally, our steam meets culinary quality, boasting a dryness factor of 99.5%.

Reliability

Clayton steam generators are renowned for their long service life and minimal maintenance requirements, maximizing the uptime of your production process.

Energy efficiency

Our systems are designed to minimize energy losses, resulting in lower operating costs and a smaller ecological footprint.

Compact and flexible

Thanks to their compact design, Clayton steam generators take up less space and can be easily tailored to specific production requirements.

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Applications in the beverage industry

Fruit juices and soft drinks

Pasteurization and sterilization are crucial for maintaining taste and quality, and steam offers a controlled and efficient solution.

Bottled water

Sterilizing pipes and filling machines is essential during the bottling process. Clayton steam generators ensure a hygienic process without chemical residues.

Distilled spirits

During the production of spirits, steam supports heating processes and keeps equipment sterile.

A step forward in sustainability

Clayton steam generators are designed with a focus on emission reduction and sustainable energy use. Investing in our solutions not only supports your business goals but also contributes to a cleaner planet.

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Why choose Clayton?

With decades of experience in steam technology and an unmatched focus on innovation, Clayton is the partner of choice for the beverage industry. Whether you produce soft drinks or specialize in bottled water, our steam generators elevate your production process to the next level.

Ready to discover what steam can do for your business? Contact us today and unlock the power of Clayton!

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Steam: the invisible driving force behind the beverage industry

Why is steam important in the beverage industry?